The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI DSG (17 - 18) vs. VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion DSG (Natural Gas) (17 - 18)
€ 20,000
€ 26,400
€ 20,000
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 26,400
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ slightly. The Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI is 1.4 inches longer, 3.7 inches narrower and 0.9 inches lower than the VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion.
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
57.4
67.2
76.4
58.3
70.8
79.8
67.2 in
Width
70.8 in
76.4 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
79.8 in
57.4 in
Height
58.3 in
102.4
169.4
103.1
168
169.4 in
Length
168 in
102.4 in
Wheelbase
103.1 in
Vehicle Weight
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
2778 lb
Curb Weight
2945 lb
3792 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4123 lb
Weight Difference:
168 lb
5.7 %
General
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
NH
Generation
AU
Hatchback
Car Body Style
Hatchback
Diesel
Fuel Type
Natural Gas (CNG)
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
Straight-three diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four engine with turbocharger
*CUS*
Engine Code
*CPW*
4
Valves
4
3
Cylinders
4
1.4 L / 69 cu in
Displacement
1.4 L / 69 cu in
89 hp
at 3000 rpm
Power
108 hp
at 4800 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
89 hp
108 hp
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
170 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Max. Torque
148 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
170 lb‑ft
148 lb‑ft
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
Performance
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
114 mph
Maximum Speed
121 mph
11.7 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
10.6 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
535 ft
0.000 sec
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
482 ft
0.000 sec
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
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31.21 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
27.27 lb/hp
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
31.21 lb/hp
27.27 lb/hp
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
Fuel Economy
57 mpg
( 64 MPGe ⓘ Miles per gallon gasoline equivalent (MPGe) is a measure of the average distance traveled per unit of energy consumed. MPGe, specified in miles per U.S. gallon, is used to compare the energy consumption of vehicles that use different energy sources.)
combined ✽ per 100 miles
12.4 lb✽
( 7 MPGe ⓘ Miles per gallon gasoline equivalent (MPGe) is a measure of the average distance traveled per unit of energy consumed. MPGe, specified in miles per U.S. gallon, is used to compare the energy consumption of vehicles that use different energy sources.)
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
64 MPGe
7 MPGe
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
51 mpg
city
15.6 lb
62 mpg
highway
11 lb
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
31 lb
833 mi
Range
249 mi
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
833 mi
249 mi
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
Environmental Impact
84.3 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
25.6 kWh
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
84.3 kWh
25.6 kWh
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
174 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
153 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.4 TDI
VW Golf 1.4 TGI BlueMotion
5
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
1014 lb
Maximum Payload
1177 lb
11.8 cu ft
Trunk Volume
8.2 cu ft
39.1 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
33.4 cu ft
